New England Travel and Vacation Gazette and Other Wicked Good Content

Article and Photo (Sandwich, Cape Cod, MA) by Eric H. New England has always had a great sense of preservation. While developers have been obnoxiously encroaching upon our beloved cities, towns and villages, the chance is still there to experience the true essence of New England -- best viewed on the backroads that we call home. Here, you will find the slower-paced lifestyles, typical New England historical preservation, and incredible scenery that have always satisfied our traditional New England souls. Here are some drives -- perfect for Columbus Day Weekend -- that represent old-time, scenic New England at its best: Route 169 from Woodstock to Canterbury, Connecticut The "Quiet Corner" of Connecticut features some of the last unspoiled regions of southern New England, especially driving Route 169 from Woodstock to Canterbury. The mix of well-kept farms, downtown village greens, historic churches with tall white steeples and approximately 200 pre-1855 homes will bring yo...

Article and Photo by Eric H. Someone forgot to tell Wolfeboro, NH, to be loud, obnoxious and overly commercial. Unlike other well-known New England vacation destinations that have become a shell of its former charming self, Wolfeboro remains true to its original billing of being "America's oldest resort community." Not that Wolfeboro is an isolated tourist destination with nothing to do. Sure, Wolfeboro has many pleasant downtown clothing, boutique and gift shops, dining options, and crowds. That's very different, however, than being overwhelmed by amusement parks with water slides, cheesy souvenir chops and people who always seem to be yelling at someone or something. Wolfeboro, on the other hand, keeps it small-but-developed downtown in relatively peaceful check. The presence of Lake Winnipesaukee in the "backyard" of the downtown (with a classic gazebo), the grace of the renowned 1812-constructed Wolfeboro Inn, grand mountain views, the fresh mountain air...